Supplier Quality Engineer

Uvision is looking for a Supplier Quality Engineer to join our Quality team.

The Supplier Quality Engineer is responsible for managing and driving supplier quality throughout the entire product lifecycle, from supplier selection and product transfer to production through serial deliveries.

Job Description

• Manage and lead supplier quality activities across the full product lifecycle, including supplier qualification, product transfer to manufacturing, and ongoing production support.
• Conduct regular supplier visits and quality audits at suppliers' facilities in Israel, including monitoring manufacturing processes, incoming inspections, resolving quality issues, and ensuring compliance with company requirements.
• Be available and willing to travel internationally for supplier qualification, audits, production oversight, First Article Inspections (FAI), and resolution of critical quality issues.
• Lead supplier non-conformance management processes, including Root Cause Analysis (RCA), definition and implementation of Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA), and follow-up on effectiveness.
• Support and approve First Article Inspection (FAI) activities in accordance with AS9102 and customer requirements.
• Collaborate closely with Engineering, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Operations teams to improve product quality and ensure compliance with requirements.
• Analyze supplier performance through quality metrics, lead continuous improvement initiatives, and develop strategic suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quality Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in Supplier Quality, Manufacturing Quality, or Quality Engineering within the aerospace and/or defense industry.
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 quality management standards.
• Hands-on experience conducting supplier audits and managing CAPA processes.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and complex assemblies.
• Fluent English skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple interfaces and stakeholders.
• Willingness to travel to suppliers abroad as required (several trips per year).
• Experience working with suppliers specializing in machining, mechanical assemblies/enclosures, composite materials, wire harnesses, and electronic manufacturing (PCBA) is a significant advantage.